Gronkowski was limited in practice all week while he rehabs back and forearm surgeries. There reportedly has been some contention between Gronk's camp and the Pats over his return date.

NFL Media Insider Ian Rapoport reported on NFL Network's "NFL GameDay Morning" that the Patriots believe Gronkowski has looked good in practice and wants to play in game action. Rapoport went on to say the Patriots also believe that Gronk's father has been vocal in keeping the tight end off the field, due to the fact that the tight end re-injured himself after coming back to play in the 2012 playoffs. Meanwhile, Gronk has told some friends that he might not return until Week 6.

As for Amendola, his groin was torn off the bone, Breer reported earlier this week, which means the wide receiver couldn't exacerbate the injury by practicing, but he's not ready to return to game action.